Kids should be outside, getting fresh air, exploring and playing, avoiding gadgets and getting lots of exercise.

The Letsmove.gov website explains these potential health benefits of being outdoors:

  • Improved chances of achieving a healthy body weight.
  • Strengthened immune system.
  • Increased bone strength.
  • Reduced stress.

'We have to do better' Newsday high school sports editor Gregg Sarra talks about a bench-clearing, parent-involved incident at a Half Hollow Hills West basketball game.

'We have to do better' Newsday high school sports editor Gregg Sarra talks about a bench-clearing, parent-involved incident at a Half Hollow Hills West basketball game.

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